2016 YAMAHA XSR 900 brake

Table of contentsSafety information............................ 1-1
Description ........................................ 2-1
Left view .......................................... 2-1
Right view ........................................ 2-2
Controls and instrument s................. 2-3
Instrument and co ntrol functions.... 3-1
Immobilizer system ....... ................... 3-1
Main switch/steering lock................. 3-2
Indicator lights and warning lights ... 3-4
Multi-function meter unit .................. 3-6
D-mode (drive mode)..................... 3-13
Handlebar switches ....................... 3-14
Clutch lever.................................... 3-16
Shift pedal....... ............................. .. 3-16
Brake lever .................................... 3-16
Brake pedal ................................... 3-17
ABS ............................................... 3-17
Traction control system ................. 3-18
Fuel tank cap ................................. 3-20
Fuel................................................ 3-20
Fuel tank breather hose and overflow hose ............................. 3-22
Catalytic converter ......................... 3-22
Seat ............................................... 3-23
Storage compartment .................... 3-23
Adjusting the front fork................... 3-24
Adjusting the shock absorber assembly .................................... 3-25
Luggage strap holders ................... 3-27 Sidestand ...................................... 3-27
Ignition circuit cut-
off system ......... 3-28
Auxiliary DC connector.................. 3-30
For your safety – pre-operation
checks ............................................... 4-1
Operation and important riding
points ................................................. 5-1
Starting the engine .......................... 5-1
Shifting ............................................ 5-2
Tips for reducing fuel consumption ................................ 5-4
Engine break-in ............................... 5-4
Parking ............................................ 5-5
Periodic maintenance and
adjustment ........................................ 6-1
Owner’s tool kit................................ 6-2
Periodic maintenance chart for the
emission control system .............. 6-3
General maintenance and lubrication chart ........................... 6-4
Checking the spark plugs ................ 6-8
Canister ........................................... 6-9
Engine oil and oil filter cartridge ...... 6-9
Coolant .......................................... 6-12
Air filter element ............................ 6-15
Checking the engine idling speed ......................................... 6-15 Checking the throttle grip free
play ............................................. 6-15
Valve clearance ............................. 6-16
Tires ............................................... 6-16
Cast wheels ................................... 6-18
Adjusting the clutch lever free play ............................................. 6-19
Checking the brake lever free
play ............................................. 6-19
Brake light switches ....................... 6-20
Checking the front and rear brake
pads............................................ 6-20
Checking the brake fluid level ........ 6-21
Changing the brake fluid ................ 6-22
Drive chain slack............................ 6-23
Cleaning and lubricating the drive chain .................................. 6-24
Checking and lubricating the cables ......................................... 6-25
Checking and lubricating the
throttle grip and cable ................. 6-25
Checking and lubricating the brake and shift pedals ................ 6-26
Checking and lubricating the brake and clutch levers .............. 6-26
Checking and lubricating the sidestand .................................... 6-27
Lubricating the swingarm pivots .... 6-27
Checking the front fork................... 6-28
Checking the steering .................... 6-28
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Battery ........................................... 6-29
Replacing the fuses ....................... 6-30
Replacing the headlight bulb ......... 6-33
Replacing the auxiliary light bulb ........................................... 6-34
Brake/tail light ................................ 6-35
Replacing a turn signal light bulb ............................................ 6-35
License plate light.......................... 6-36
Supporting the motor cycle ............. 6-36
Troubleshooting............................. 6-37
Troubleshooting charts .................. 6-38
Motorcycle care and storage ........... 7-1
Matte color caution .......................... 7-1
Care................................................. 7-1
Storage ............................................ 7-3
Specifications ................................... 8-1
Consumer information ..................... 9-1
Identification numbers ..................... 9-1
Diagnostic connector ... .................... 9-2
Index ................................................ 10-1
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Description
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Right view
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1. Fuel tank cap (page 3-20)
2. Front fork rebound damping force adjusting screw (page 3-24)
3. Headlight (page 6-33)
4. Fuse box 1 (page 6-30)
5. Coolant reservoir (page 6-12)
6. Engine oil level check window (page 6-9)
7. Engine oil filler cap (page 6-9)
8. Brake pedal (page 3-17) 9. Rear brake light switch (page 6-20)
10.Rear brake fluid reservoir (page 6-21)
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Controls and instruments
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1. Clutch lever (page 3-16)
2. Left handlebar switches (page 3-14)
3. Main switch/steering lock (page 3-2)
4. Multi-function meter unit (page 3-6)
5. Front brake fluid reservoir (page 6-21)
6. Right handlebar switches (page 3-14)
7. Throttle grip (page 6-15)
8. Brake lever (page 3-16)
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Indicator lights and warning
lights
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Turn signal indicator lights “ ” and
“”
Each indicator light will flash when its corresponding turn signal lights are
flashing.
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Neutral indicator light “ ”
This indicator light comes on when the
transmission is in the neutral position.
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High beam indicator light “ ”
This indicator light comes on when the
high beam of the headlight is switched
on.
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Oil level warning light “ ”
This warning light comes on if the en-
gine oil level is low.
The electrical circuit of the warning light
can be checked by turning the key to
“ON”. The warning light should come
on for a few seconds and then go off.
If the warning light does not come on
initially when the key is turned to “ON”,
or if the warning light remains on after
confirming that the oil level is correct
(see page 6-9), have a Yamaha dealer
check the vehicle.
TIP
Even if the oil level is sufficient, the
warning light may flicker when rid-
ing on a slope or during sudden
acceleration or deceleration, but
this is not a malfunction.
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This model is equipped with a
self-diagnosis device for the oil
level detection circuit. If a problem
is detected in the oil level detection
circuit, the oil level warning light
will flash repeatedly. If this occurs,
have a Yamaha dealer check thevehicle.
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Coolant temperature warning light
“”
This warning light comes on if the en-
gine overheats. If this occurs, stop the
engine immediately and allow the en-
gine to cool.
The electrical circuit of the warning light
can be checked by turning the key to
“ON”. The warning light should come
on for a few seconds, and then go off.
If the warning light does not come on
initially when the key is turned to “ON”,
1. Traction control system indicator light
“”
2. Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) warning light “ ”
3. Engine trouble warning light “ ”
4. Coolant temperature warning light “ ”
5. Oil level warning light “ ”
6. Left turn signal indicator light “ ”
7. Neutral indicator light “ ”
8. High beam indicator light “ ”
9. Right turn signal indicator light “ ”
10.Immobilizer system indicator light “ ”
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ABS
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a Yamaha dealer check the electrical
circuit.
NOTICE
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Do not continue to operate the en-gine if it is overheating.TIP
For radiator-fan-equipped vehi-
cles, the radiator fan(s) automati-
cally switch on or off according to
the coolant temperature in the ra-
diator.
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If the engine overheats, see page6-39 for further instructions.
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Engine trouble warning light “ ”
This warning light comes on if a prob-
lem is detected in the engine or other
vehicle control system. If this occurs,
have a Yamaha dealer check the
on-board diagnostic system.
The electrical circuit of the warning light
can be checked by turning the key to
“ON”. The warning light should come
on for a few seconds, and then go off. If the warning light does not come on
initially when the key is turned to “ON”,
or if the warning light remains on, have
a Yamaha dealer check the vehicle.
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ABS warning light “ ”
In normal operation, the ABS warning
light comes on when the key is turned
to “ON”, and goes off after traveling at a
speed of 10 km/h (6 mi/h) or higher.
If the ABS warning light:
does not come on when the key is
turned to “ON”
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comes on or flashes while riding
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does not go off after traveling at a
speed of 10 km/h (6 mi/h) or higher
The ABS may not work correctly. If any
of the above occurs, have a Yamaha
dealer check the system as soon as
possible. (See page 3-17 for an expla-
nation of the ABS.)WARNING
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If the ABS warning light does not go
off after traveling at a speed of 10
km/h (6 mi/h) or higher, or if the
warning light comes on or flashes
while riding, the brake system re- verts to conventional braking. If ei-
ther of the above occurs, or if the
warning light does not come on at
all, use extra caution to avoid possi-
ble wheel lock during emergency
braking. Have a Yamaha dealer
check the brake system and electri-
cal circuits as soon as possible.
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Traction control system indicator
light “ ”
In normal operation, this indicator light
flashes when traction control has en-
gaged.
If the traction control system (page
3-18) becomes disabled while riding,
this indicator light and the engine trou-
ble warning light will come on.
The electrical circuit of this indicator
light can be checked by turning the key
to “ON”. The light should come on for a
few seconds, and then go off.
If the light does not come on initially
when the key is turned to “ON”, or if the
light remains on, have a Yamaha deal-
er check the electrical circuit.
ABS
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Clutch leverThe clutch lever is located on the left
side of the handlebar. To disengage
the clutch, pull the lever toward the
handlebar grip. To engage the clutch,
release the lever. The lever should be
pulled rapidly and released slowly for
smooth clutch operation.
The clutch lever is equipped with a
clutch switch, which is part of the igni-
tion circuit cut-off system. (See
page 3-28.)
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Shift pedalThe shift pedal is located on the left
side of the motorcycle and is used in
combination with the clutch lever when
shifting the gears of the 6-speed con-
stant-mesh transmission equipped on
this motorcycle.
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Brake leverThe brake lever is located on the right
side of the handlebar. To apply the front
brake, pull the lever toward the throttle
grip.
The brake lever is equipped with a
brake lever position adjusting dial. To
adjust the distance between the brake
lever and the throttle grip, turn the ad-
justing dial while holding the lever
pushed away from the throttle grip.
Make sure that the appropriate setting
on the adjusting dial is aligned with the
1. Clutch lever
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1. Shift pedal
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1. Brake lever
2. Distance between brake lever and throttle grip
3. Brake lever position adjusting dial
4. “ ” mark
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Brake pedalThe brake pedal is located on the right
side of the motorcycle. To apply the
rear brake, press down on the brake
pedal.
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ABSThe Yamaha ABS (Anti-lock Brake
System) features a dual electronic con-
trol system, which acts on the front and
rear brakes independently.
Operate the brakes with ABS as you
would conventional brakes. If the ABS
is activated, a pulsating sensation may
be felt at the brake lever or brake pedal.
In this situation, continue to apply the
brakes and let the ABS work; do not
“pump” the brakes as this will reduce
braking effectiveness.
WARNING
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Always keep a sufficient distance
from the vehicle ahead to match the
riding speed even with ABS.
The ABS performs best with
long braking distances.
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On certain surfaces, such as
rough or gravel roads, the brak-
ing distance may be longer withthe ABS than without.
The ABS is monitored by an ECU,
which will revert the system to conven-
tional braking if a malfunction occurs.
1. Brake pedal
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